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Fisher votes against CAO's suggestions Jessica Peters THE OBSERVER

Kent council has voted to give themselves a raise, after reading a report from the District's CAO Wallace Mah that showed a disparity in remuneration among similar-sized communities. Mah told council that the current amounts are "falling substantially behind" what comparative communities are paying for their elected officials. Council voted 4-1 in favour of the

increase in pay, with Councillor Lorne bring council's remuneration in line Fisher voicing his opposition to the with other communities, Mah's report amount of the increase. also stated that the hours of Themayor'sremuneration work put into the position will increase from $19,534 should be considered. per year to $24,419 and "The modest increase the four council positions may help in offsetting lost will increase from $10,655 wages for leaving their to $12,111 each. The new job, or to assist with the numbers were calculated operation cost of bringing by comparing 13 B.C. in additional help to VAN LAERHOVEN communities of a similar support the business," the size, and finding the average. report said. While the increase is meant to The raise does not sit well with

Fisher, who sat as mayor for the past two terms. "It's probably unfair of me to express an opinion on this, because I'm the only one here that doesn't work for a living," he said. "It's not as if I lose money by being here, whereas for the others there is a cost." The last time council visited remuneration was in 2008, when it was decided to stick with the Cost of Living Allowance/ Consumer Price Index percentage, he said. CONTINUED ON 3

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Improvements to decrease flood risk and improve fish health Jessica Peters THE OBSERVER

A critical upgrade is about to be made to the Hammersley pump station in the District of Kent, thanks to a contribution from the government. An announcement was made earlier this week that $330,000 would be contributed to the pump station upgrade that will improve flood protection in the Agassiz area and work to protect fish. The money will come from the Flood Protection Program, part of the Building Canada Fund. The announcement was made by the Honourable Lynne Yelich, Federal Minister for State for Western Economic Diversification and the Honourable Steve Thomson, Minster of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations, on behalf of the Honourable Shirley Bond, Minister of Public Safety and Solicitor General for British Columbia.

The upgrade is just one phase of the upgrades planned for the aging infrastructure, and will include the design and construction of an additional flood box and control gate at the pump station. The upgrade will improve the capacity of the pumping station — a critical component of the District’s drainage system used to help alleviate the risk of flooding to homes, agricultural lands, businesses, and infrastructure. Hammersley pump station is at the base of Mt. Woodside, at Mountain Slough. In addition the upgrade will significantly benefit the environment by improving fish passage. “We thank both federal and provincial governments, in particular the Honourable Lynne Yelich and the Honourable Steve Thomson,” said John Van Laerhoven, SUBMITTED PHOTO Mayor of the District of Kent. The Hammersley pump station at the base of Mount Woodside will receive an upgrade "With the assistance of our that should improve flood protection and ease fish passage in Mountain Slough, at the CONTINUED ON 3

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That is the route Fisher hoped council would take again. Mah did list an alternative in his report to take that route, increasing remuneration by 2.9 per cent, instead of the 25 per cent and 13 per cent increases suggested in the report. "I would be much more comfortable going that route," Fisher said. "Number one, it's the policy we have in place. And number two, even though we would still be behind, I don't necessarily agree with the amounts being paid in some of those areas." A smaller increase would have kept Kent in line with Hope, which currently pays their mayor $19,104 and councillors $9,551. Mayor John Van Laerhoven supported the increase, saying that other communities would be increasing their remuneration for council as well. "I think its fair to increase them

to the average," he said. "I know that if we do just give it the CPI increase we won't catch up to the status quo, because my understanding is that in other districts, at lot of these numbers will receive a lift ... so we will continue to be down there." Other councillors commented cautiously on the increases before voting. "I think to be average would be fair," Councillor Holger Schwichtenberg said. "I always thought that the mayor should be compensated higher to what he was making," added Councillor Darcy Striker. "But the councillors? That's a tough one for me," he said. "Because some weeks I'm really busy at meetings and some week I'm not so busy. But looking at the averages, we're way behind Harrison, that's for sure." With a community of 1,573 (the smallest population used in Mah's report), the Village pays their

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mayor $30,000 and councillors $15,000. The only community in the report that pays more is Sparwood, with a population of 3,618. Striker said that being a councillor does interfere with holiday plans with family at times "and compensation for that would nice." "The increase isn't that much (at $1,456 annually), so I would be fine with it," he said. Councillor Duane Post, serving his first term, said he didn't feel his portion needed to go up. "But the mayor's compensation needs to go up to put it in line with other communities, knowing how much time the mayor puts in," he said. "It's a full time job and he's being paid part time for it." The mayor called the decision "a difficult one" and thanked council for their input. For video from Monday's council meeting, visit us online at www.ahobserver.com.

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Green passes away at age 83 Newspaper publisher ‘had a lot of energy’ Jessica Peters THE OBSERVER

When John and June Green moved to the area in 1954, they jumped at the chance to buy the local community newspaper. It was quite an ambition to take it on, John says, back in the day when newspapers were printed at an on-site printing press. Despite raising a growing family, June delved into working at the Agassiz Advance alongside her husband, writing stories, selling ads, and working in the darkroom. The newspaper business was just one part of June’s life, one that included political involvement, writing poetry, a love of cooking and a devotion to the Harrison Hikers. Last week, the long-time Agassiz/Harrison Hot Springs resident passed away at the age of 83. “My mother had a lot of energy,” daughter Marian Ennis

recalls. In addition to her work at the Advance, Green was active in the local Parent Teacher Advisory, and even served briefly as a trustee on the Agassiz School Board. She also published two books of poetry in her lifetime, and traveled to Ottawa to take part in a Progressive Conservative convention. “She went all by herGREEN self, and had a great time,” Ennis says, including taking in tea with the Governor General’s wife. Having a busy, working mother had a positive effect on the Green’s five children, Ennis believes. “I think that really helped all of

us kids grow up to be independent and feminist in our outlook, and we never felt neglected,” she says. When June became a grandmother, she took an active role in her grandchildren’s lives, teaching them how to sew and supporting their endeavors. And when she wasn’t devoting her time to her work or her family, June knew the importance of taking care of yourself. She was an active member of the Harrison Hikers for about 15 years, says her long-time friend Joan Vogstad. “She loved to walk, and she was a great walker,” Vogstad says. June walked every day. And when her eyesight started to fail, she would walk with the help of others. A celebration of June Green’s life will be held this Sunday, January 29 at the Agricultural Hall in Agassiz.

Pertussis immunizations don't last a lifetime Jessica Peters THE OBSERVER

Even if you had a vaccine for whooping cough as a child, it may not protect you against contracting the illness as an adult. District of Kent Councillor Lorne Fisher attended the first Fraser Health committee meeting on Monday morning, and came to council later that night with a warning for the community. There have been at least 80 reported cases of whooping cough in eastern Fraser Valley area, dating back over the last several months. Many of those cases were in Hope, but over the last few weeks cases

have been seen in the Agassiz and Harrison Hot Springs area. Children are offered free immunizations against whooping cough, or pertussis, through the public health office as part of the regular immunization schedule. However, there is a pervasive "negative attitude" toward those regular immunizations in the Fraser Valley, including on First Nation reserves, Fisher told council. That reluctance to have children immunized is bringing back diseases such as pertussis and the measles. "There is a pool of our population that don't have the appropriate protection," Fisher said.

In order to put a stop to the outbreak, Fraser Health is offering free immunizations to adults in regular contact with children as well. The immunizations only last somewhere between five and 10 years. Pertussis is most infectious in the early cold symptoms, or early cough phase, with that risk declining over the following three weeks. “The best protection against pertussis is to get vaccinated,” said Dr. Paul Van Buynder, Fraser Health’s Chief Medical Health Officer. “Pertussis in very young children can lead to hospitalization and even death,” he said. Early symptoms are like

those of a cold (sneezing, runny nose, a low fever and a mild cough). But over the next week or two, the cough gets worse leading to longer spells of coughing that often end with a whoop or crowing sound when the person breathes in. The coughing may be so bad that it makes a person gag or throw up. Sometimes a thick, clear mucous is spit out. This cough can last up to a month or two, and happens more at night. The number for the Agassiz Public Health Unit is 604-793-7160. The Hope number is 604-860-7630. Vaccines have also been distributed to family physician offices.

Heritage run gets green light Jessica Peters THE OBSERVER

A new running event to be held in Agassiz received the support of council this week, when their request to have fees waived was approved. The first annual Run/Walk for Heritage will meander through town on Saturday, March 31. It will include a 3 km and a 5 km route, beginning and ending at the Kent Fitness/ Activity Centre. The routes will take partici-

pants through roadways, and that will require road closures and detours. Fees were waived unanimously for the run, including those for the use of the Fitness/ Activity Centre, Agricultural Grounds parking lots and the staffing costs for manning road closures. The run is being organized by the Agassiz Harrison Historical Society and the Fraser Heritage Society as a way to generate funds for heritage incentives, as well to help improving the quality of life

for those who participate. The event is being hosted in part by The Running Room in Abbotsford, as well. Registration is at the museum, at Kilby or the Running Room. The cost to register will be $25 per person or $75 per family of four, until March 1. After March 1, that cost will rise to $30 and $90. For more information about taking part in the Run/Walk for Heritage, phone the museum at 604-796-3545.

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QUESTION OF THE WEEK

How she howls Last week's wild weather throughout the area highlighted the unpredictability of Mother Nature. We wallowed through a green Christmas and blubbered through a balmy New Year's Day wondering just where our winter went. And then, just when the spring bulbs were starting to push little bits of green out of the ground, we got our answer. The snow we were craving came. All at once. And while Chilliwack was covered in a cozy blanket, and Hope was drowned in foot after foot of powder, Agassiz experienced its own form of winter. Wind. Driving, blowing, loud, howling, unrelenting wind. So much wind that visibility varied from slim to nothing at all. Dry, icy snow blasted through the air, from Mt. Woodside to Harrison Hot Springs Road, to

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the bridge. Trains crept down the tracks, businesses closed, schools didn't dare ask children to come to class. For days, it seems, the entire community curled up and waited out the storm. If driving throughout the Fraser Valley was a crap shoot, managing Agassiz roads was a game of Russian roulette. One minute you could see the roads, the trees, the sky. The next, complete whiteout. Yes, this little winter blast definitely served as a reminder that when Mother Nature wants to be heard, all she has to do is yell. As we all clean up from the storm, remember that she's not done yet. All that snow, and the rain that's followed, will have to go somewhere. Let's just enjoy this reprieve, and be prepared for her next tantrum.

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Tom Fletcher Federal Natural Resources Minister Joe Oliver set off a loud, but poorly informed debate as environmental hearings began into the Enbridge proposal to pipe Alberta oil to the seaport at Kitimat. Oliver’s open letter blasted foreign-funded environmental groups that “threaten to hijack our regulatory system to achieve their radical ideological agenda.” This letter was seized upon by critics and the media, and misrepresented as an attack on anyone who opposes the pipeline or further expansion of the Alberta oil sands. Of course, all opponents aren’t foreign or radicals. That was made clear when the Enbridge hearings opened in the Haisla village near Kitimat. Haisla

members told the throng of outof-town professional protesters to sit down and shut up. They don’t need self-appointed urbanites to speak for them. The fact of foreign funding is no longer questioned, thanks to research by B.C. blogger Vivian Krause, primarily from U.S. tax returns. Three years after I first wrote about her work, it is finally part of the national conversation. What is the foreign-funded agenda? Oliver put it this way: “No forestry. No mining. No oil. No gas. No more hydroelectric dams.” Here are three notions that have become entrenched in the urban mind in recent years: Clear-cut logging is by definition bad. Alaska salmon is wild, and thus superior to farmed. Run-ofriver hydro destroys rivers. All are aggressively promoted by certain environmental groups. And all are false. On forestry, B.C. media have been spoon-fed by U.S.-backed

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environmental organizers since Clayoquot Sound in the 1980s, when wealthy Americans first decided to save B.C. from itself. Greenpeace founder-turnedcritic Patrick Moore was in Victoria last week to speak to the Truck Loggers’ Association. He pointed out that North

“All are aggressively promoted by certain environmental groups. And all are false.” American “green building” standards reward locally sourced concrete and steel, but not wood. Why? Because big international organizations like Greenpeace and Sierra Club are so invested in opposition to logging, they end up backing environmentally destructive policies. On oil, the debate has been dumbed down to the point where

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even movie stars can participate. Protesting a pipeline from Alberta to the U.S., Hollywood darling Robert Redford recited the usual talking points about the “tar sands scourge.” Alberta oil sands can be seen from space, Redford moaned. So can Venezuela oil sands, a major U.S. source. So can Redford’s vast Utah ranch and ski resort development. Redford parrots the claim that oil sands extraction produces three times the greenhouse gases of conventional oil. This is the big lie of “tar sands” campaigners. Three-quarters of emissions from all crude are generated when the refined fuel is burned by things like Redford’s limo, or the airline for which he voiced TV commercials. The Alberta government reports that average emissions from oil sands crude are 107 grams per megajoule, slightly more than U.S. Gulf Coast crude at 104. California heavy crude

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comes in higher, at 114. And if carbon is the issue, what about U.S. coal mines that tear the tops off mountains and run the longest trains in world history to feed the country’s 600-plus coal-fired power plants? Where is Redford on that? And hijacking the regulatory process? Look no further than the Dogwood Initiative, an obscure Victoria outfit that admits to taking about 40 per cent of its funding from U.S. sources. Its “mob the mic” campaign signed up 1,600 people to speak at the Enbridge pipeline hearings. Among the signatories are “Cave Man” and “Jonathan Seagull.” But wait, aren’t oil, power and aquaculture companies foreign funded? Certainly some are. The difference is, they create jobs. Professional protesters destroy them. Tom Fletcher is legislative reporter and columnist for Black Press and BCLocalnews.com tfletcher@blackpress.ca

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Mailbag Smart meter info all available online I am writing this letter in answer to the statements Ed Munro made in his letter in the Jan 6 issue of this paper. I am extremely offended by the comment made “I would wish that Ms. Read has done her research on a pragmatic scientific basis rather than an unsubstantiated misleading article. Ms Read alleges compared the EMR from smart meters to chemical pollutants.” To say that the statement from the WHO/IARC came from an unsubstantiated misleading WHO article was a just a little more than insulting. At this website www. iarc.fr you can read for yourself that the WHO/IARC press release states: The WHO/Inter national Agency for Research on Cancer has classified radiofrequency electromagnetic fields as possibly carcinogenic to humans (Group 2B) based on an increased risk for glioma, a malignant type of brain cancer, associated with wireless phone use. This is from the actual website for the IARC arm of the World

Health Organization not an unsubstantiated web site. As to comparing radio frequency EMF’s to chemical pollutants shows what research you did not do Mr. Munro. The meaning of carcinogen is as follows. “A carcinogen is any substance, radionuclide, or radiation that is an agent directly involved in causing cancer.” Research has been done by several doctors and scientists. The Vancouver Sun has an article that states, "In February (2011), Olle Johansson, a professor in the Department of Neuroscience at Sweden’s Karolinska Institute, issued a press release stating that “the combined effect of cell phones, cordless phones, cell towers, Wi-Fi and wireless Internet place billions of people around the world at risk for cancer, neurological disease and reproductive and developmental impairments.” The Karolinska Institute is a highly regarded medical university located in Stockholm, Sweden.

Lilian Claudia Almeida, a graduate in Clinical Psychiatry and holds a postgraduate degree in Psychiatry from the University of the State of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil and over twenty years experience in psychiatry, has a published article concerning Mental Health problems that can be made worse because of radio frequency electro magnetic fields. This article was published in the Research Journal of Environmental and Earth Sciences, March 2011 in Volume 3, issue 2. Once all the meters are installed and our information is in the wind, one house on your block will be chosen as a main hub. All the information from your neighbours will be collected at the hub and then sent on to Hydro or to anyone else who can hack into the system. Don’t say it can’t be done because it can. Not only will we all be bombarded with radio frequency EMF’s but the poor souls who end up with a hub on their home will be bombarded with more.

Hydro and hackers will know when you are home, when you are on vacation. You might as well put a sign on your door saying “Burglars Welcome We Are Not Home." How safe are these smart meters? There are numerous cases documented that these meters can explode, start fires, blow out your appliances and leave you without power for days. If the smart meter does cause damage to your home Hydro will not pay for repairs or replacement. One reason for problems is that these meters don't like houses that have older wiring and the hydro companies will tell you that you have to pay to upgrade the

wiring in your home at your cost. This has all been documented on The Citizens for Safe Technology web site. They keep up to date information from all over the world on their website. I urge all to read it. I have spent many hours and many days doing my research. I have checked out informative and legitimate web sites and conversed with others who are not allowing these meters to be installed on their homes and have also done a lot of research. Don’t believe it when Hydro tells you that you have to have one of these because you don’t. In California their public utilities commission

has stated that smart meters are to be removed and analogue meters be reinstalled on any house where it is requested. Hydro has the ability to start charging us “time of use" billing rates for our power. Almost everywhere these meters have been installed and time of use billing has started hydro bills have gone up by huge leaps. Hydro has not told us the truth about the risks of smart meters so if you think they have told the truth about not using time of use billing then it is time to wake up and start protecting your health and your pocketbook. Kathy Read

Thanks for snow removal I would like to take the time to recognize all the city workers and others for all your tireless efforts in removing the snow on our Agassiz roads and thereby keeping us safe. Thank-you so very much, your help has not gone unnoticed and I only wish I could somehow take some hot chocolate out to you all! Over the last few days I have seen and heard the trucks and plows out in the frigid winds at all hours of the day and night and I think they are doing an amazing job. Good work! I love living in Agassiz. Natasha MacDonald

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The Observer, Petro’s Pizza, The Video Station, and The Adventure Park at Tugboat Junction are inviting kids up to the age of 12 years to join the Observer Fun Club. When your name appears in this section, come in to the Observer ofﬁce within 2 weeks with this clipping & you will receive: • a free pizza from Pizza Plus • a free movie rental from the Video Station • a free activity pass from The Adventure Park at Tugboat Junction • a free book from the Agassiz Public Library upon presenting the birthday letter to them.

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For many small business owners it is often hard to find the time to become informed and involved in the issues that affect their livelihood. The Chamber can provide the way for business owners to come together to share ideas, concerns and actions. Just knowing that you are not the only one out there with a specific problem can be the first step in solving a problem. One way that your local Chamber has been building on this is to offer courses for business owners that deal with leading the way into a more modern way of doing business; such as how to present the social media side of your business to customers who tend to shop that way. Many of your customers do some shopping or at least investigation of what they’d like to purchase online or by asking their friends via twitter or facebook. It’s better to embrace that then to ignore it and while you’re at it, update your website often. There will be other courses offered at low cost if not free, for other aspects of small business in the future. You will be emailed the details of these in the coming months. Chamber meetings/socials are also the place to discuss business, commiserate about the economy & what to do about it and bounce around good ideas as like minded individuals who are working, living and hopefully thriving in our small communities. The Chamber Socials are as follows & more details will be emailed:

• 2012.02.07 - Chamber Breakfast Meeting - at Rivers Edge Restaurant 8 am • • 2012.04.10 - Chamber Networking Social - Harrison Hot Springs Resort & Spa 6 pm • • 2012.05.08 - May Chamber Social - Eagle Tree Lodge 6 pm • • 2012.06.12 - Chamber Social Cruise - Aboard the Laroan 6 pm • More information about the local Chamber of Commerce can be found online at www.harrison.ca or by emailing info@harrison.com. Ed Stenson – Harrison Festival Society

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This is what Chambers do... The Harrison Agassiz Chamber of Commerce has become a member of the Burns Lake Chamber of Commerce. This is part of a BC Chamber of Commerce campaign to support the Burns Lake community following the tragic sawmill ﬁre. The $200 membership fee, combined with the fees from many other Chambers around the province, will be used by the Burns Lake Chamber of Commerce to aid the community.

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Chamber Benefits The Harrison Agassiz Chamber of Commerce is a dynamic & growing organization offering valuable members-only benefits. We serve the diverse communities of Harrison Hot Springs, District of Kent, Harrison Mills & surrounding areas. Business has trust in the Chamber of Commerce. The Chamber represents integrity & solid business and belonging to the Chamber is reassuring to the buying public. Proudly displaying a Chamber membership certificate in your business lets your customers know you are one of the respected members of the local business community. We look forward to your influence in the growth & progress of our area. There are many ways that your business will benefit from being a Chamber member. First & foremost, you’ll be a part of a dynamic organization with regular networking opportunities. Chamber membership also entitles your business to a listing on the Chamber of Commerce web site, a free basic listing on the Tourism Harrison web site & a 10% discount on inclusion in the Visitors’ Guide.

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The best Valentines are still the handmade ones with glitter, glue and lacey doilies that are misspelled, crumpled and found lying on your pillow in the morning accompanied by giggles of delight from your littlest of loves in the family. But what's the meaning behind Valentine's Day? There are varying opinions. Some say it originated from St. Valentine, a martyred Roman who refused to give up Christianity. He died on February 14, 269 A.D. Legend also says that St. Valentine left a farewell note for the jailer's daughter, who had become his friend, and signed it "From Your Valentine". Other aspects of the story say that Saint Valentine served as a priest at the temple during the reign of Emperor Claudius. Claudius then had Valentine jailed for defying him. In 496 A.D. Pope Gelasius set aside February 14 to honour St. Valentine.

Since that time, February 14 has become a time for exchanging love messages and a celebration of St. Valentine, the patron saint of lovers. This ever-loving date is marked by sending poems and simple gifts to loved ones and trying to discover who a secret admirer might be. By far, Valentine's Day ﬂowers and chocolates are tied as the most popular gifts of today. Miss Esther Howland, of the United States, is given credit for sending the ﬁrst Valentine cards, then commercial Valentines were introduced in the 1800s. The spirit of love continues to this day as Valentines are sent out with sentimental poems and children still exchange Valentine cards at school. However it started, make sure to keep the love alive this Valentine's Day by honouring the one you love.

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News

Kent commits to 2012 Bloom Awards Volunteers needed for community excellence competition Jessica Peters THE OBSERVER

Submit your sweetest kiss photo with caption for your chance to win one of these romantic prizes:

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Winners must provide photo by email in a high-resolution format suitable for publication. No professional photos please.

The District of Kent will once again compete in the Community In Bloom competition, pending a showing of volunteer efforts from within the community. The District has won the coveted bloom awards in the past, and has participated several times over in recent years. But the competition is just about awards, nor is it about flowers. It’s about the community effort behind making the community a better place to live. Judges visit participating communities, visiting highlighted areas, viewing special projects and meeting with volunteers to learn more about each community. Mayor John Van Laerhoven said the community support, and much-needed volunteer base, will be an

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The Communities in Bloom judges listen to a presentation in Pioneer Park in Agassiz in 2010.

integral part of competing this year. “If council commits to this, if it shows commitment, I would work hard with Mr. (Kerry) Hilts to encourage volunteer membership

and significant participation within the community,” he said. The deadline for the District to apply to participate is March 31, and the drive to build a committee has begun.

Anyone interested in volunteering on the Communities in Bloom committee can contact Kerry Hilts, Director of Community Services at 604-796-2235. news@ahobserver.com

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Tutors needed for adults struggling with literacy Tutor training in Agassiz has started, and there is still room for more people to join. Tutors volunteer their time within the community to adults needing help with literacy and numeracy. The training was supposed to be held as day long weekend sessions, but the timing was changed recently, said coordinator Debbie Lamberger. The first few training sessions have already passed, and run Monday and Thursdays from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. until February 6. Sessions are held in the boardroom at the Agassiz-Harrison Community Services, along with a light dinner. Lamberger said anyone who is interested in tu-

toring adults in the Hope, Agassiz and Harrison area, but can’t join in this round of training, should let her know. If there is enough interest in more training, she can organize another session. There is a definite need for more tutors in the area, she said, with many adults on a waiting list for help. Topics covered in training are working with adults, learning styles and strategies, reading and writing processes, ESL, numeracy, lesson planning and monitoring progress. For more information on becoming a tutor, or if you are an adult needing help with literacy, phone Lamberger at 604-796-2585.

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Did you know that each year, Prospera presents more than $20,000 in awards and scholarships to deserving students in communities throughout Metro Vancouver and the Okanagan? The tradition continues in 2012. Prospera recently announced that their 2012 Educational Awards are now open to applications from both members and non-members. This year, in addition to the

four existing awards (one of which is presented in each of the four regions served by Prospera), there is also the brand new Ron Sweeney Rising Star Award, to be presented to an exceptional high school student preparing for post-secondary education. Applications for the Educational Awards Program are available on Prospera’s website at www.prospera.ca or can be

picked up at any one of Prospera’s 16 branch locations. Deadline for applications is March 31, 2012. Prospera will also be working with schools through a program that encourages middle and high school students to take a closer look at the advantages of staying in school and how the choices they make can positively impact their future dreams, aspirations and outcomes.

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blocked off by State Police, in their parade and numerous other happenings, such as a barbeque in the park. There were sightings of course, and not to be left out, we brought our own Sasquatch along! It was Jacquie Neville, a really good sport, who was wearing the very warm costume for hours, hitting it off with Bigfoot and the public. We had a great time! Needless to say, we invited the organizers to our festival as well... and they came! They too, had a great time, minus the banner across the road and the State Police. All in all, due to the Harrison Hikersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; stamina, something came about that otherwise would not have been happening. We not only had fun, but know now where Elma is located and Elma knows where to find Harrison Hot Springs. It was a great publicity event!

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Paddling club looking for local members Info nights planned to help build dragon boat club numbers

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Paddlers take part in a fun relay race during a past Fraser Valley Dragon Boat Club at Harrison Lake.

Dragon boating is one of the most popular recreational opportunities on Harrison Lake, but it’s one that not many local residents are taking part in. Many of the members of the Fraser Valley Dragon Boat Club come from Chilliwack, Hope, and even the Vancouver area.

To help drum up local paddlers, one of the club’s teams has partnered with the Kent Fitness/ Activity Centre to host two free information nights. The Crusaders will host the nights, running January 31 and February 7, at 7 p.m. The club has room for paddlers of all ages and abilities, with women

only teams, mixed teams and even a team for youth. Teams meet once or twice a week at Harrison Lake, compete in regattas around the province, and host

community events throughout the year in Harrison. Paddlers are given support from experienced team members and coaches, and equipment (paddles

and life jackets) are provided. For more information, contact kgoulet@ district.kent.bc.ca or Manfred Preuss (Crusaders coach) at derfnam57@hotmail.com.

DEVELOPMENT OF A PEST MANAGEMENT PLAN PMP Reference #: TCH PMP 2012-2017

T ECHOES FROM THE PAST

Applicant: B.C. Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations, B.C. Timber Sales, Chinook Business Area

Development plans for Seabird started in '62

Contact: Jim Jensen, B.C. Timber Sales, 46360 Airport Road, Chilliwack, BC., V2P 1A5, Phone: 604-702-5750

50 Years Ago, 1962 • Clearing of about 400 acres of land on the Seabird Island Reserve was planned for 1962. It was estimated the two D8 tractors and a brush cutter would clear about 16 acres a day. The 1,200 acres of land leased by Cattermole Timber Ltd was being prepared for hay, grain, pasture land, and cannery crops. Residents of the reserve would be employed there as farm labour and the canning would be done by York Farms Cannery at Chilliwack. • Hundreds of people enjoyed

Notice is given that a draft Pest Management Plan has been prepared by the applicant to manage vegetation on forest lands using the principles of integrated pest management.

skating and tobogganing during the large snowfall and freezing temperatures of early 1962. However, two children had narrow escapes while enjoying the winter activities. Ricky Edmondson went through the ice while skating on Maria Slough when he ventured out to the edge of the ice and fell into open water. He was pulled to safety by Connie Engel. Similarly, seven-yearold Shannon Berkey and her dog fell through an open patch of ice on Miami River at Harrison Hot Springs. Luckily she was able to

swim a little until her father could jump in and rescue both her and her little dog. • The Agassiz Harrison Board of Trade held its meeting and banquet at the Harrison Hotel. The cost was $3.50 a plate, plus $50 for the orchestra. • Badminton was about to begin in the high school auditorium on Wednesdays at 8:30 p.m. Other winter activities included a choral group which was holding a meeting in the Agassiz Library and swimming lessons at the hotel pool in Harrison.

Fraser Health Crisis Line needs help The Fraser Health Crisis Line is recruiting volunteers to provide assistance to people in the region who are ex-

periencing emotional distress. No previous experience is needed as extensive training and ongoing support is pro-

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The use of herbicides is intended within the area to which the pest management plan applies. Other methods may include manual cutting, manual stem bending, mechanical cutting using brush saws and mechanical cutting using chainsaws. The herbicides and application methods proposed for use under this plan include: Herbicide Trade Name

Active Ingredient

Application(s)

PCP #

Usage

Vision Silviculture

Glyphosate

02, 07, 06, 04, 10, 22

19899

Common

Vision Max Silviculture

Glyphosate

02, 07, 06, 04, 10, 22

27736

Common

Forza Silviculture

Glyphosate

02, 07, 06, 04, 10, 22

26401

Rare

Weed-Master

Glyphosate

02, 07, 06, 04, 10, 22

29009

Rare

Vantage Forestry

Glyphosate

02, 07, 06, 04, 10, 22

26884

Common

Release Silviculture

Triclopyr

22093

Common

Release XRT

Triclopyr

28941

Moderate

Release MSO

Triclopyr

28431

Moderate

Garlon RTU

Triclopyr

29334

Rare

Garlon XRT

Triclopyr

28945

Rare

Formula 40F

2, 4-D

28295

Rare

APPLICATION METHODS: Backpack Sprayer (02), Stump treatment (07), Individual tree injection (06), Basal applications (21), Power hose / nozzle (04), Aerial (rotary) (10), Cone sprayer (22) The pest management activities are to be carried out on Crown forest lands within the Chilliwack and Squamish Forest Districts. The proposed duration of the Pest Management Plan is from April 1, 2012 to March 31, 2017. A draft copy of the Pest Management Plan with maps of the proposed treatment areas may be examined at the ministry’s oﬃces in Chilliwack at 46360 Airport Road, or in Squamish at 42000 Loggers Lane. A person wishing to contribute information about a proposed treatment site, relevant to the development of the pest management plan, may send copies of the information to the applicant at the address above within 30 days of the publication of this notice.

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grove because it supports skilled local jobs and reinforces the value of An Aldergrove-based company’s our technological expertise,” said share of the international contracts Langley MP Mark Warawa. More than 100 F-35s will be built for the new F-35 stealth fighter jets is providing more than two years of in the 30-year international JSF prowork for 65 employees at Advanced gram, with Canada expecting delivIntegration Technology’s plant here. ery of its first F-35 jet in 2016. “AIT’s success is not only good for AIT Canada designs, engineers and manufactures custom aero- Aldergrove, the stealth fighter will space equipment used throughout enable the military to do its job efthe world. And in partnership with fectively and give the pilots the best Lockheed Martin, AIT Canada is chances of returning home,” said building the automated alignment Fantino. Major James Ketsystems that will entles has logged over sure all of the new F35 jet airframes are built “It supports skilled 2,400 hours in the CF-18 jets, includto exacting specificalocal jobs and ing 52 combat mistions. On Thursday morn- reinforces the value sions over Libya, and said he is “looking ing, representatives of Canada’s government of our technological forward to the first F-35s. The CF-18 has and military toured expertise.” been a spectacular the AIT plant in Alrace horse, but the dergrove for a firstMark Warawa old girl is getting hand look at the work tired.” being done here. The Canadian govAssociate Minister of National Defence Julian Fantino ernment has not yet determined the said the $200 million that the fed- exact number of F-35 jets it will aceral government has invested so far quire, said Fantino, but he noted that in the Joint Strike Fighter program the CF-18 will be closing in on 40 has “resulted in $370 million in con- years of service when the first F-35s tracts for Canadian business and re- come into service. Fantino said the government is search institutions.” Fantino said the first complete sys- still working on the number of jets tem built by AIT is already in use at it will eventually purchase but said a Fort Worth, Texas production line Canada “will be in the most advanand the next one will be shipped to tageous situation regarding all of the issues and economics. Italy. “Canada is not simply acquiring AIT spokesman Steve Taylor Lewis said four will be built in total, a fighter jet — we are a partner in with the final one set for delivery in a multi-national effort with our allies to develop and field a fighter jet 2013. “This is welcome news for Alder- suited for the 21st century.” ALDERGROVE STAR

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Canadian military, government and industry representatives stand in front of the F-35 stealth fighter jet assembly tools being built at the Advanced Integration Technology plant in Aldergrove. From left: Associate Minister of National Defence Julian Fantino, AIT Canada’s Steve Taylor Lewis, Langley MP Mark Warawa and Keith Knotts of Lockheed Martin.

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IN MEMORIAM

In Loving Memory Alec Kennedy - Feb. 11, 1991 Elsie Kennedy - Jan. 25, 2005 They taught us how to imagine and how to dream. They gave us wonderful memories and left footprints on our hearts. Remembering you always. Love your children, Sharon, Larry, Evie, Jean & families 7

OBITUARIES

GREEN, June Doreen Our much loved wife, mother and grandmother passed away January 17, 2012, at the age of 83, in Chilliwack Hospital. She will be greatly missed by her husband John W. Green, five children; Marian Ennis ( John Niles), Margaret Bennett (Ken), James Green, Kathryn Wiens (Ray), and Raymond Green (Louise), thirteen grandchildren and six great grandchildren, as well as many other friends and relatives. Predeceased by her brother Willard Howard, sisters Olive Kirk and Sharon DeVries, and grandson Fraser Ennis. June was born in Winnipeg in 1928, and grew up on a farm near Gainsborough, Saskatchewan. After returning to Winnipeg in her teens, she married John in 1948. They lived in Toronto, Vancouver, and Victoria, before moving to the Agassiz-Harrison area where they published the local newspaper for many years. They lived in Victoria from 1978-1983, then returned to Harrison. June served on the local school board, led a Brownie pack, and was active in various political campaigns. She was a very creative person who loved art, music, sewing, making quilts and crafts, writing and publishing poetry. She also enjoyed cooking, gardening, swimming, hiking, volunteering in the community, and spending time with her grandchildren. A celebration of her life will be held at 2:00 PM on Sunday, January 29, 2012, at the Agricultural Hall, 6800 Pioneer Avenue, Agassiz, BC. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to: The Agassiz-Harrison Historical Society www.agassizharrisonmuseum.org/donate.html, The Fraser Heritage Society 215 Kilby Road, Box #55, Harrison Mills, BC V0M 1L0, Plan Canada plancanada.ca

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109 CAREER OPPORTUNITIES E-CARE CONTACT CENTERS is currently seeking a self-motivated individual to work as a full time Collection Ofﬁcer. Please submit your cover letter and resume by email: employ@ecarecenters.com or by fax: (604) 587-6339. For further details please visit our website at www.ecarecenters.com.

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DRIVERS/COURIER/ TRUCKING

HIGHWAY TRUCK LOW BED DRIVER

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HELP WANTED

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HAIRCARE PROFESSIONALS Harrison Hairstyling Salon & Day Spa

Looking for an energetic qualiﬁed hair stylist, preferably with a clientele, to join our friendly Salon. We are also looking for a part time qualiﬁed esthetician that can grow with our team. Email resumes to: donalda@harrisonhairstyling.com Drop off resumes at: 160 - B Lillooet Ave, Harrison Hot Springs

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An earthmoving company based in Edson Alberta requires a full time Heavy Duty mechanic for ﬁeld and shop work. We require Cat Dozer/Deere excavator experience. You will work a set schedule for days on and off. Call Lloyd @ 780723-5051 CAREGIVER/COMPANION required for for adult female. Tuesdays from 10 am-2 pm. Please call Ron at 604-796-3324

Chilliwack area car dealership is looking for a part time delivery driver. Applicants must possess a valid BC drivers license with a clean driving record as well as good organizational and customer service skills. Applicants must be able to lift and carry heavy items. Email resume to partsjob@hotmail.com. PORT HARDY BC- Journeyman GM Technician required. Full-time competitive pay, bonuses, beneﬁts. Aval. immediately. Send resume to klassengm@gmail.com or fax (250)949-7440 Attention Cory Klassen.

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KINGLAND FORD - Journeyman Small Engine Technician wanted Rigging boats packages, repairs & maintenance on ATV, Marine, Power Equipment and Motorcycles. Email resume: employment@kindlandford.com fax: 1-867-874-2843. IS LOOKING FOR A GARDEN CENTRE WORKER. Qualiﬁed applicant must have plant knowledge, retail sales and cashier experience, Class 5 drivers license with reliable transportation and be physically ﬁt. Previous garden centre experience an asset. Starting Wage: $12 per hour, 40 hour week. Please send resume to: PO Box 348 Rosedale, BC, V0X 1X0 Thank you to all who apply, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Kelowna Pacific Railway Ltd has an immediate opening for a Superintendent of Operations, based out of our Vernon, BC offices. The successful applicant will have at least five years of railway operations experience, hold current rules qualification and have a strong focus on safety and customer service. Please submit resumes to: info@khawk.ca Only those applicants chosen for an interview will be contacted. T-MAR INDUSTRIES located in Campbell River is hiring for the position of Journeyman Heavy Duty Mechanic. Position comes with a competitive benefit package and applicant must possess a valid driver’s license. Contact Joe Fornari. Mail: 5791 Duncan Bay Road, Campbell River BC V9H 1N6 Fax: 250-286-9502. Email: joefornari@t-mar.com

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DRIVERS/COURIER/ TRUCKING

Modern Tire & Towing requires a full time Tow Truck Driver in Agassiz. We provide a multi-level training program, attractive commission program, beneﬁts & more. Must have a safe and courteous attitude towards driving, a clean driver's abstract, excellent customer service skills. Must be a team player, must have the ability to perform shift work and work weekends. E-Mail resume to: brenda@moderntire.ca or Call 604 796 2611 Ext. #4 or drop off resume at 1756 #9 Hwy, Agassiz.

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COMPUTER SERVICES

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LANDSCAPING

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FEED & HAY

150 ACRES ALFALFA mix hay to be cut & kept by farmer with equipment. Price neg. 604-888-3357.

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PETS

BEAGLE PUPS, tri colored, good looking, healthy, vet check $600. (604)796-3026. No Sunday calls BLOOD HOUND PUPS, CKC reg’d health chk, 2nd vac, micro chipped, 1 fem’s. Liver & Tan. Ready to go. $300. Call 604-574-5788. BORDER COLLIE/LAB/shepherd X, black 18 mos old, med/lrg neutered, family friendly dog, loves to play $100 to good home (604)302-5191 Cairn Terriers: shots/dewormed. Ready to go to good homes. over 20 yrs of referrals. 604-807-5204 or 604-592-5442 CATS GALORE, TLC has for adoption spayed & neutered adult cats. 604-309-5388 / 604-856-4866 CATS OF ALL DESCRIPTION in need of caring homes! All cats are Spayed, neutered, vaccinated and dewormed. Visit us at fraservalleyhumanesociety.com or call 1 (604)820-2977

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STORAGE

MALAMUTE WOLF Cross - 10 wks, 1st shots, dewormed. Great temperament. Mostly white. 1 M, 3 Fem. $700 ea. (604)319-8419 PUPPIES FOR SALE, 6 wks old, Terrier X Chihuahua $350 Call 604-856-3855

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WEED FREE Mushroom Manure. 13 yards - $160 or Well Rotted 10 yards - $180. 604-856-8877

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FURNITURE

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636

MORTGAGES

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STORAGE

752

TOWNHOUSES

Very clean, 3 yr. old townhouse in Agassiz.

3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths & good sized yard. Includes 5 appliances, outdoor maintenance & garbage pickup. Electricity & gas not included. Non smokers, references required. Available immediately. $1125/month & 1/2 month’s damage deposit. Please call Pete or Shelley at 604-796-3452 or 604-819-2294.

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736

HOMES FOR SALE-SUPER BUYS

2BDRM + den on 1/4 acre lot, fenced yard, Agassiz, 5appl., no cats, pet neg., $1300/mo. util. not incl., avail immed., ref’s a must, (604)226-4797

www.dannyevans.ca Homelife Benchmark Realty Corp. Langley

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OTHER AREAS

NAPLES FLORIDA AREA! Bank Acquired Condos Only $169,900. Same unit sold for $428,895. Own your brand new condo for pennies on the dollar in warm, sunny SW Florida! Walk to over 20 restaurants/100 shops! Must see. Ask about travel incentives. Call 1-866959-2825, ext 15. www.coconutpointcondos.com

RENTALS 706

HARRISON - Studio Apartment, Nice quiet & safe building, suitable for single person. Newly renovated,$575/month includes utilities. Call 604-794-7132

HOMES FOR RENT

AGASSIZ- 3 bd, 2 ba, upper part of home for rent. Lg. balcony, close to amenities $950/mo. Rent whole house, 4 bd, 3 ba, 2300 sq. ft. for $1300/mo. N/S, sm. pet ok. DD & ref req’d. Call (604)819-9128 Harrison Hot Springs, 421 Miami River Dr. & 318 Chestnut Ave 3bdrm, 2 bath, gas f/p, 2 car garage, 5 appl., fenced yard, no pets, exc. cond. avail. now. $1200/m, Ross Fullbrook, Royal Lepage 604792-0077

750

APARTMENT/CONDO

AGASSIZ. Very large, bright studio suite available Feb. 1. N/S, N/P, DD & ref req’d $460/m. + util. Call 604-860-3700

SUITES, LOWER

Harrison, 3 bdrm upper part of house, incl hydro, gas, W/D, garage. $1050/m. Avail Feb 1. (604)796-2252 or 604-796-9196

TRANSPORTATION 810

AUTO FINANCING

Need A Vehicle! Guaranteed Auto www.UapplyUdrive.ca

Loan. Apply Now, 1.877.680.1231

709 COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL Mortgage Help! Beat bank rates for purchases and reﬁnances, immediate debt consolidation, foreclosure relief, and equity loans. Free, fast, friendly, private consultations. Call 1-888-685-6181 www.mountaincitymortgage.ca

Finding it difficult to decide on which area to advertise in? BCCLASSIFIED.COM Classified Representatives can give you a gentle push in the right direction by utilizing current market research (COMBASE) to find out which markets will work for you. Call us 604-796-4300

GREENHOUSE FOR LEASE for ﬂowering & bedding plants. Retail and wholesale. Fully computerized and automated system. 2.5 acres incl. greenhouse. Approx. 43,000 covered area. 1.5 acres set up for outside use. City water. High trafﬁc area. 5498 Gladwin Rd., Abbts. Call 604-807-3910 for more info. RECTANGULAR LOT @ 17,145 sq ft which includes a 5266 s.f. building housing 3 OFFICES & lrg hoist equipped SHOP in Mission, BC. Property is fenced and building has security alarm. This property presently has an industrial zoning and is located in the area slated for industrial in the OCP. Shop has 3 phase, 2 overhead doors 1 is 12’ x 10’ and the other is 12’ x 12’ and incl. a steel crane way with 2 ton cranes.

Phone 604-826-1186

Can’t Get Up Your Stairs? Acorn Stairlifts can help. Call Acorn Stairlifts now! Mention this ad and get 10% off your new Stairlift! Call 1866-981-5991

info@agassiz-all-storage.com • www.agassiz-all-storage.com

TOWNHOUSES

WE BUY HOMES BC The OLDER. The DIRTIER. The BETTER. Flexible Terms. Quick Closing. Call us First! 604.657.9422

STEEL BUILDINGS FOR ALL USES! Beat the 2012 steel increase. Make an offer on sell-off models at factory and save thousands NOW! Call for FREE Brochure - 1-800668-5111 ext. 170.

• Secured parking for recreational vehicles • Heated bays starting at $ 100 for 10'x8'

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HOMES WANTED

BUILDING SUPPLIES

7651 Industrial Way Agassiz, BC Ph: 1.604.796.5577

Shop from home, take a walk through the Classiﬁeds!

627

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

Agassiz All Storage

329 PAINTING & DECORATING

HOUSES FOR SALE

REAL ESTATE

1996 NORTEC mobile home, 14x70. Clean and bright, sunken liv. rm., lam. ﬂoors, attached room and deck. Must be moved. $42,000. (604)626-4294

NEED YOUR PRE-ENGINEERED STEEL BUILDING ERECTED? Professional crews available. We service Western Canada. All Brands. Excl references. Call MSC at 1-800-979-2993

MOVING & STORAGE

1PRO MOVING & SHIPPING. Real Professionals, Reasonable. Rates. Different From the Rest. 604-721-4555.

626

PETS 456

MISC. WANTED

REAL ESTATE

(Ceiling & Trim extra) Price incls Cloverdale Premium quality paint. NO PAYMENT until Job is completed. Ask us about our Laminate Flooring, Carpet Cleaning & Maid Service! www.paintspecial.com

ENGLISH BULLDOG PUPPIES Male/Female, shots, micro-chip, vet checked, health guarantee. $2400. Call 604-970-3807.

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Collecting Old Coins & Taxidermy Silver, $1, 50c, 25c, 10c, Olympic Please call Travis 604-796-0320

PAINT SPECIAL

CHIHUAHUA, 5 year old, female, very sweet & clean, $450. Call 604794-7347

#1 As in movers we trust. Reliable Mini Movers. Same day moves & deliveries. Starting at $45hr + gas. (604)997-0332 / (604)745-7918

PETS

A-TECH Services 604-996-8128 Running this ad for 7yrs

CRIMINAL RECORD? Guaranteed Record Removal since 1989. Conﬁdential, Fast, & Affordable. Our A+BBB Rating assures EMPLOYMENT & TRAVEL FREEDOM. Call for FREE INFO. BOOKLET

477

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

736

HOMES FOR RENT

HARRISON, 905 Hot Springs Rd. 3 Bdrms, new reno’s. Lrg yard. Avail now, Refs req. 604-792-9097.

Auto Loans Approved!! Largest Dealer Group Huge Selection Cars Trucks Vans Suvs. Free delivery BC/AB Best Rates Always Approved. Apply online: autocredit911.com or call Tollfree-1-888-635-9911 DreamCatcher Auto Loans “0” Down, Bankruptcy OK Cash Back ! 15 min Approvals

1-800-910-6402 www.PreApproval.cc

Land Act: Notice of Intention to Apply for a Disposition of Crown Land

Take notice that Colleen Dickinson of P.O. Box 41, 212 Panorama Place, Lions Bay, B.C. V0N 2E0 intends to make application to the Province of British Columbia, for a roadway for transportation purposes covering the north west corner of DL 317 situated on Provincial Crown Land located at Cascade Penninsula, Harrison Lake.

Take notice that Otto Usak (longshoreman) and Tamara Brunt (server) of 24082 - 55th Avenue, Langley B.C., V2Z 2N7, intend to make an application to the Province of British Columbia, for a works permit for a roadway purpose covering that part of section 25, TWP 5, Range 29, west of the 6th meridian, YDYD, from woodlot road R0451210 to the south side of DL190 situated on Provincial Crown land located at Cascade Peninsula in Harrison Lake, B.C.

The land ﬁle Number is 2410715. Comments on this application may be submitted in two ways: 1) Online via the Applications and Reasons for Decision Database website at: www.arfd.gov.bc.ca/ApplicationPosting/index.jsp

where details of this application, including maps can also be found. 2) By mail to the Senior Land Ofﬁcer at 200 – 10428 153rd Street Surrey, BC V3R 1E1. Comments will be received by the Ministry of Forests Lands and Natural Resource Operations until March 8, 2012. Comments received after this date may not be considered. Be advised that any response to this advertisement will be provided to the public upon request. For information, contact the FOI Advisor at the Ministry of Forests Lands and Natural Resource Operations regional ofﬁce.

The Land File Number is 2410714. Comments on this application may be submitted in two ways: 1) Online via the Applications and Reasons for Decision Database website at: www.arfd.gov.bc.ca/ApplicationPosting/index.isp where details of this application, including maps can also be found. 2) By mail to the Senior Land Ofﬁcer at 200 – 10428 153rd Street, Surrey BC, V3R 1E1. Comments will be received by the Ministry of Forests Lands and Natural Resource Operations until March 2, 2012. Comments received after this date may not be considered. Be advised that any response to this advertisement will be provided to the public upon request. For information, contact the FOI Advisor at the Ministry of Forests and and Natural Resource Operations regional ofﬁce. DL 16

DL 30 DL 190

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AUTO FINANCING Auto Financing 1.800.910.6402

TRANSPORTATION

CARS - DOMESTIC

845

SCRAP CAR REMOVAL

2005 CHRYSLER SEBRING convertible, silver, 84 k’s. auto. Mags. $6795/obo. (604)826-0519

FREE PICK & REMOVAL of appliances, batteries, metals, etc. in the Agassiz-Harrison area. Please call (604)316-0760 or (604)796-8360

821 CARS - SPORTS & IMPORTS

SCRAP BATTERIES WANTED We buy scrap batteries from cars, trucks & heavy equip. $4.00 each. Free pickup anywhere in BC, Min. 10. Toll Free Call:1.877.334.2288

2004 Honda Civic DX 4cyl 4dr auto a/c p/dl keyless entry,110,000K Great cond $8400. 604-626-8894

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RECREATIONAL/SALE

The Scrapper

COMMUNITY CORNER JANUARY 2012 *(Due to space limitations, each week we will publish a different set of groups & activities from the community)

2011 AUTUMN RIDGE 264RKS

LOCAL EVENTS FREE CASH BACK WITH $0 DOWN at Auto Credit Fast. Need a vehicle? Good or Bad credit call Stephanie 1-877-792-0599 www.autocreditfast.ca. DLN 30309. Free Delivery. WANT A VEHICLE BUT STRESSED ABOUT YOUR CREDIT? Christmas in January, $500 cash back. We fund your future not your past. All credit situations accepted. www.creditdrivers.ca 1-888593-6095.

Sleeps 4-6, DSI water heater, A/C, ext. speakers, microwave, 3-burner range and more! $19,483 (Stk.30630) www.fraserwayrv.com 1-800-806-1976 DL #30644

2011 EVER-LITE 27RB

YOU’RE APPROVED Poor, Good, OR No Credit at AUTO CREDIT NOW Details and APPLY online autocreditwithbarrie.com OR TOLL FREE 1-877-356-0743

818

CARS - DOMESTIC

1986 CHEVY CHEVETTE Scooter 1.6 L engine, 2 door, tires good, some new parts, some spare parts, rebuilt short block, Aircared until Feb 11/12. $450 obo 604-615-4380

www.bcclassiﬁed.com

1994 Ford Explorer, 4x4, XLT, very clean, runs great, 160,000kms, Micheline all season tires. AirCared for 2 yrs. $3200. 604-541-0344 1999 CHEVY BLAZER, black, mags 2” lift 4x4, Air Cared, std. new clutch $4995 obo 604-826-0519 2004 JEEP GRAND Cherokee Ltd. 4x4, auto, green, 126K, $8000 ﬁrm. Call 604-538-4883

851 Dual pane windows, AM/FM/CD/DVD, ext. shower, A/C, LCD TV, $9500 in SAVINGS! $24,483 (Stk.30970) www.fraserwayrv.com 1-800-806-1976 DL #30644

845

SCRAP CAR REMOVAL

1996 DODGE NEON, 4 door, auto. Aircared. $650. 604-855-9587.

Time to buy a new car?

847 SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES

Autos • Trucks • Equipment Removal FREE TOWING 7 days/wk. We pay Up To $500 CA$H Rick Goodchild 604.551.9022 AAA SCRAP CAR REMOVAL Minimum $150 cash for full size vehicles, any cond. 604-518-3673

Land Act: Notice of Intention to Apply for a Disposition of Crown Land Take notice that Kenneth Zado (retired) and Gillian Zado (service industry) of 18902 68A Avenue, Surrey, intends to make application to the Province of British Columbia, for a transportation/roadway purposes covering the vicinity of Block B, District 209, Yale Division of Yale District situated on Provincial Crown Land located at Cascade Bay, Harrison Lake. The land ﬁle Number is 2410693. Comments on this application may be submitted in two ways: 1) Online via the Applications and Reasons for Decision Database website at:

www.arfd.gov.bc.ca/ApplicationPosting/index.jsp

where details of this application, including maps can also be found. 2) By mail to the Senior Land Ofﬁcer at 200 – 10428 153rd Street Surrey, BC V3R 1E1. Comments will be received by the Ministry of Forests Lands and Natural Resource Operations until March 2, 2012. Comments received after this date may not be considered. Be advised that any response to this advertisement will be provided to the public upon request. For information, contact the FOI Advisor at the Ministry of Forests Lands and Natural Resource Operations regional ofﬁce.

TRUCKS & VANS

1990 F150 HEAVY 1/2, 4x4, new tires, gas tank & alt. auto, good condition $700 red/white 819-4857 1993 DODGE VAN, good running order. $1,000. Call 604-302-7531. 1998 FORD WINDSTAR GL EXT. VAN - V-6, loaded, ONLY 157Km’s. $2150 Abby. 604-556-4242 1999 CHEVY VENTURE, white, auto, rebuilt trans, head gasket, new brakes, $2495. (604)826-0519 2000 FORD Windstar S.E.L. Limited Edition, loaded, Aircared to Mar 2013. $1800. obo. 604-302-0985

and fun for preschoolers Storytime with Crackle. Crackle the library crow and Terrill have stories fun. of lot a and free and their families. Every Friday at 10:15 am. Drop in, may be purchased Play Lions TV Bingo! every Thursday 6-7 pm on Shaw Cable Channel 4. Tickets . Store” General lis at “That Store in Agassiz”, “Ledoux Hardware” or “Cheha performances Jan 12-22 Chilliwack School of Performing Arts presents ‘A Year with Frog and Toad’ ulturalcentre.ca illiwackc www.ch at the Chilliwack Cultural Centre. Tickets: (604-391-SHOW) or discussion on “The Hooked on Books: Agassiz - Harrison Library Book Club. Prepare for a great day, January 18th, Wednes on Last Crossing” by Guy Vanderhaeghe at the ﬁrst meeting of 2012 this month, around go to copies enough is 6:30 pm at the Agassiz Library. We’re making sure there – free! ents refreshm the , friendly people the lively, is talk so please pick up your book now! The club. required bership no-mem drop-in, this of part be and copy Come on by, pick up your

Songs evoke good

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Singing is good for your health!

2002 DODGE CARAVAN blue, loaded, 150K, AirCared. 778-773-6226 or 604-540-1941.

Become a member of the Harrison Hot Springs Multicultural Choir

2003 CHEV AVALANCHE, auto., 4x4, white, loaded with options. $10,000 ﬁrm (604)538-9257

Practices are Mondays at HHS Memorial Hall 7:00 - 9:00 pm

KEY TRACK AUTO SALES CARS & VANS: 1998 FORD CONTOUR 4dr sdn auto, load, ST#176 $995 1999 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN 7 pass auto ST#139 $1990 2001 PONTIAC SUNFIRE 2dr 5 spd ST#95 $1995 1994 TOYOTA CAMRY 2dr auto, leather, full load, ST#174 $2995 2002 DODGE CARAVAN 7 pass, auto ST#160 $3495 2002 FORD WINDSTAR sport 7 pass auto Aircare ST#108 $3495 1997 ACURA LE auto 4dr sdn leather full load ST#175 $3995 2000 HONDA CIVIC 4DR auto sdn st#169 $3995 1997 HONDA CRV Aircare auto only this week ST#97 $3995 2005 NISSAN SENTRA 4dr auto sdn full load ST#03 $5,900

TRUCKS THIS WEEK:

2003 GMC SLE 1500 quad cab full load st#158 $7500 2006 FORD RANGER SUPERCAB auto, a/c ST#172 $7500 2005 FORD F150 XL 4X4 auto reg cab longbox ST#132 $7,900 2005 FORD F250 XLT quad cab 4X4 auto diesel ST#125 $8,900 2005 FORD F350 XLT crew cab 4X4 auto diesel ST#134 $10,900 2001 FORD F350 crew cab XLT 7.3L pwrstrk diesel ST#130 $11,900 2007 GMC SLE 3500 crew cab 4X4 auto longbox ST#167 $12,900 2007 CHEV 3500 CREW CAB Duramax diesel 4X4 auto ST#123 $12,900 2007 FORD F350 XLT crew cab 4X4 auto diesel ST#128 $14,900 2006 FORD F350 CREW cab Lariat 4X4 auto long box diesel ST#118 $15,900 2008 GMC 2500 HD quad cab SLE 4x4 auto fully loaded ST#145 $16,900 2007 GMC 2500 CREW cab, Duramax diesel 4X4 auto ST#61 $16,900

33166 S. Fraser Way, Abbotsford DL#31038

604-855-0666

www.keytrackautosales.com

For more info Call Ruth at 604-796-2084

Agassiz Legion Branch 32 Valentine's Day Tea February 11th 1:30 - 3 pm Bake Sale Door Prize $5 per person

GROUP 2 OF 4 Agassiz Monday Painters est.1961. Meet every Monday from 11am-3pm at Agassiz United Church. FMI call Linda 604-794-5554 Better Beginnings: Pre/post natal education, nutrition and support. Lunch & childcare provided. Tues. 10:30am to 12:30pm. 7272 Morrow Road. FMI call Louisa at 604-796-0313 Bigfoot Toastmasters Club meets at 7pm every Monday evening at the Christian Reformed Church hall, 7452 Morrow Rd. Visitors always welcome. Agassiz contact: Sam Steenhuus 604701-9068 Bingo – TUESDAYS Hosted by Agassiz Agricultural & Horticultural Assocation, Doors open at 5pm. Agricultural Pavilion. Agassiz. 604796-9075 Coffee Break/Story Hour - a weekly Bible Study for ladies and children 0-5. Weds 9:30a.m. Agassiz Christian Reformed Church on Morrow Road. FMI call 604-796-9474

Divorce Care Program presented by Mountainview Community Church. FMI call Guy at 796-0244 or email agassizdivorcecare@ hotmail.com Harrison Community Social Club Drop-in every Thurs at Harrison Hot Springs Memorial Hall, 10 am: cards, darts, games & coffee. Contact Jacquie 604-796-3105 or Suzanne 604-796-1269 Harrison Hikers Group offers 4 levels of hikes every Wed(easy, light, moderate, strenuous) FMI call Ruth Altendorf 604-796-2084 Friendship House Nickel Bingo on Monday at 1 pm, Tuesday Bridge at 12:30 pm, Cribbage at 1 pm, Sit and Be Fit 10:30 am Monday and Friday, Drop-in Floor Curling 7 pm Thursday Kidz @ the Cross - Harrison Elementary Thursdays 6 - 7:30 pm Grades 4, 5 & 6 Registration & team leader - Carol Cartmell 604-793-0171 or gospelbrass@shaw.ca Crafts • Games • Lesson

Council of Senior Citizens Organizations (COSCO) is an advocacy group devoted to improving “The Quality of Life” for all seniors. FMI call Ernie Bayer @ 604-576-9734 or email ecbayer@shaw.ca

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